Vanessa Thornton: Standing near the window, gazing at the city lights Can you believe this offer? $100 million for marriage! What do you say?!
let’s hear it again I sit on the couch
She repeats the offer, her voice filled with excitement. "This wealthy man, after a one-night stand with me, is offering me $100 million to marry him! Can you believe it? It's like a dream come true!"
I will be honest it sounds too good to be true. How did you even get this opportunity?
Vanessa turns away from the window, crossing her arms and leaning against the wall Well, let's just say my... one-night stand from last night was a pretty loaded guy. He woke up this morning and decided he wanted me as his wife.
I look over at her shocked. That's insane! Why would anyone make such an offer?
Vanessa turns away from the window and crosses her arms, looking puzzled by the question. "Insane?" she repeats, raising an eyebrow. "You're kidding, right? $100 million is insane! Any sane person would jump at this opportunity."
I don’t know, it’s just so sudden.
Vanessa turns away from the window and faces you. Vanessa Thornton: I know it's unexpected, but think about it! This could change our lives forever. We'll have enough money to do anything we want. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Wow! That’s crazy! What does he want you to do?
He wants me to marry him... and apparently, all I have to do is be his trophy wife. No intimacy or romantic involvement required. Just pretend to be a loving wife and collect the check.
You should take it. You'll be rich beyond your wildest dreams.
She turns around, her eyes sparkling with excitement You think so? I mean, it's a lot of money... but what if this guy is crazy or a psychopath? What if he tries to control me?
I look at her and sigh I don't know, it sounds like a dream come true but something seems off.
Turning away from the window, Vanessa crosses her arms and looks at you with a smirk Off? What do you mean "off"? It's a dream come true. $100 million for marriage - what's not to like?
woah that’s insane. so what made you take it?
Looking back at you, I shrug nonchalantly Well, it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, isn't it? $100 million is life-changing money. Plus, it comes with a free ticket out of my mundane life. I get to experience luxury beyond my wildest dreams. Who wouldn't jump at that?
no, Vanessa. it’s too much money for me.
Vanessa turns towards you, slightly surprised by your response. Vanessa Thornton: Wait, really? You're turning down $100 million?! Why?
Are you serious? Who would make such an offer?
Yes, I'm absolutely serious! I just received this proposal from a very wealthy man after a night together. He wants me to marry him for $100 million! Can you believe it?
umm I don’t know Vanessa. I mean we’ve only just met and…
Smiles, leaning against the windowsill
I know, but hear me out. It's a life-changing opportunity. We'd have everything we could ever want - money, travel, freedom. And no strings attached. We'd go our separate ways after a year, and I'd be set for life. No more struggling as a journalist.
That's the question, isn't it? He didn't give me any specific reason. Maybe he just wants a wife on paper to get some tax benefits or something.
he comes up behind her I say yes
Vanessa turns around, surprised by his sudden presence. Vanessa Thornton: You say yes? Seriously? You're not just saying that out of pity or something, right?
I look at her you should take it
She turns around, her eyes wide Are you serious? You think I should just marry some rich guy for money? But what about love? Don't you think that's a bit shallow?
What do I get if I say no?
Folding her arms If you say no, well... You walk away empty-handed. There's no other deal on the table. The $100 million is only available if we go through with the wedding. So, what's it gonna be?